On the way to the wedding we stopped at an Arby's/gasoline combo place for gas and something quick to eat and get back on the road. Case went to the restroom while I ordered. The fresh-faced kid behind the counter asked if I would like a free promotional turkey sandwich. (I had yet to see the TV commercials about them.) To which I replied, "What?" He repeated his spiel. By that time I looked around to notice everyone in the place was watching me and what I was going to do. So I go over the "I am getting a free turkey sandwich - no strings" deal with him. Everyone is laughing by now. Several people had set up spots just to watch the new customers' reactions to the free food. I order may free sandwich. By now Case is at the counter. I say, "We are the millionth customers and get a free turkey sandwich." More laughter. Case orders his free food. We sit down to eat and watch the next customers when they are given the free sandwich deal.
Case predicted that our free food was a good omen for a wonderful wedding weekend. It did turn out to be a good weekend. Of course, months of planning may have had something to do with it. Or perhaps the stop before Arbys - a church to pray - was helpful as well. Although, I won't turn down free food.
Case recommends the hot turkey with bacon. I plan to stay with the Arby roast beef classic.
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